Wisconsin's Ball among Big Ten weekly honorees

Wisconsin running back Montee Ball, who Ohio State will face on Saturday, is the Big Ten's offensive co-player of the week, the conference announced this morning. Ball shares the award with Michigan quarterback Devin Gardner.

Ball rushed for 198 yards and three touchdowns against Indiana, moving into second place on the NCAA all-time TD list with 77. He has 71 career rushing TDs, which ties him with Ron Dayne for most in Big Ten history.

Gardner accounted for four touchdowns, two through the air and two on the ground, to lead Michigan's 38-31 overtime victory over Northwestern.

Other award winners:

Tackle Kawann Short (Purdue), defensive player of the week

Punter-kicker Brett Maher (Nebraska), special teams player of the week